This week in Glen Ridge crime from Capt. Sean Quinn:

Date/Time: 2-18-2017 at 6:45 PM
Incident: Simple Assault
Description: Sergeant Ryan Schwartz and Officer Anthony Re was dispatched to the intersection of Ridgewood Avenue and Woodland Avenue on a reported dispute between a Lyft driver and his passengers. A verbal argument ensued concerning the location of passengers’ destination and the method of payment when the Lyft driver assaulted the passenger. No injuries were reported. The Lyft driver left the scene prior to the officer’s arrival. This matter is currently under investigation and anyone with additional information is requested to contact Det. Sgt. Daniel Manley at 973-748-5400 x 115.

Date/Time: 2-22-2017 at 3:36 PM
Incident: Possession of CDS
Description: Sergeant Dean Gnardellis and Officer Anthony Re initiated a motor vehicle stop at the intersection of Washington Street and Thomas Street for an equipment violation. The operator of the vehicle, Devante Fennell, was found to be in possession of a small amount of marijuana which was voluntarily turned over to the officers. After being taken into custody, Mr. Fennell was issued a summons and released.

During this week the Glen Ridge Police Department investigated (3) motor vehicle accidents.

Tax Fraud Scams: With Tax season approaching, the Glen Ridge Police Department would like to remind residents to not fall victim to common phishing scams. The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages or social media and will not threaten residents over the phone with imprisonment. If you feel you are the victim of a possible scam, request a call back telephone number, hang up the phone and contact the police department.

This week in Glen Ridge crime from Capt. Sean Quinn:

Date/Time: 2-10-2017 at 8:21 PM
Incident: Burglary
Description: Officer Patricia Romaine was dispatched to Highland Avenue on a report of a burglary to a residence. Sometime after 6:00pm on February 10, 2017, an unidentified suspect cut a screen on the rear porch and entered through a sliding glass door. The suspect then removed a jewelry box before exiting through the front door. This matter is currently under investigation. Anyone with additional information is requested to contact Det. Sgt. Daniel Manley at 973-748-5400 x 115.

Date/Time: 2-12-2017 at 9:29 AM
Incident: Burglary to Detached Garage
Description: Officer Matthew Perigo was dispatched to Lincoln Street on a report of a burglary to a detected garage. Sometime between January 17th and February 12th, an unidentified suspect entered the garage through an unsecured rear door. Nothing was reported stolen at the time of the report. This matter is currently under investigation. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Det. Anthony Rivera at 973-748-5400 x 119.
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This week in Glen Ridge crime from Lieutenant Timothy Faranda:

Date/Time: 1-15-2017 at 3:19 AM
Incident: Entered Vehicles
Description: Officer Perigo and Officer Nugent responded to Sommer Avenue on a report of a vehicle which was entered during the evening. Through investigation it was determined that at 0321 hrs, an unidentified group of individuals entered several unlocked vehicles in the area. Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Anthony Rivera at 973-748-5400 x 119 as this incident is under investigation.

Date/Time: 1-14-2017 at 12:25 AM
Incident: Theft
Description: Officer Romaine responded to the 300 block of Bay Avenue on a report of a theft. Upon speaking with the victim, it was determined that an unknown party had stolen her purse and utilized the credit cards. Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Anthony Rivera at 973-748-5400 x 119 as this incident is under investigation.
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This week in Glen Ridge crime from Lieutenant Timothy Faranda:

Date/Time: 1-12-2017 at 7:26 PM
Incident: Hindering Apprehension
Description: Sergeant Schwartz and Officer Oliva stopped a vehicle for a motor vehicle violation. Upon investigation, it was determined that the driver, Mr. Jeffrey Agee, 33 of East Orange, had active warrants for his arrest and was hindering his own apprehension by providing false identification to the Officers. This matter has been referred to the Glen Ridge Municipal Court.

Date/Time: 1-11-2017 at 11:52 PM
Incident: Possession of CDS
Description: Officer Holley and Officer Oliva responded to Mitchell Avenue to investigate a suspicious vehicle. While on scene, the driver of the vehicle was determined to be in possession of a controlled dangerous substance. Mr. David Naiken, 21 of Bloomfield, was placed under arrest, transported to police headquarters and processed. This matter has been referred to the Glen Ridge Municipal Court.
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This week in Glen Ridge crime from Lieutenant Timothy Faranda:

Date/Time: 12-31-2016 at 12:00 PM
Incident: Trespassing
Description: Officer Grogan responded to the Forest Avenue on a report of a Criminal Mischief and Trespassing which occurred on 12/31/2016 between 12PM and 2PM. The resident reported observing that the fence to her property was damaged by an unknown party who may have tried to climb over the fence. This matter is currently under investigation and anyone with information is requested to contact Det. Rivera at 973-748-5400 x 119.

Date/Time: 1-2-2016 at 11:28 AM
Incident: Fraud
Description: Officer Anthony Re responded to Argyle Street where he met with the victim. The victim reported that an unknown person had opened numerous credit cards in his name without authorization. This matter is currently under investigation and anyone with information is requested to contact Det. Rivera at 973-748-5400 x 119.
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